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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-13 at 15:04
HEADLINES
1. Israel Launches Covert Strike on Iran Nuclear Sites
2. Iran Calls for Nuclear Arms Amid Escalating Tensions
3. US Deploys Naval Force as Middle East Brinkmanship Intensifies
The time is now 11:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Israel remains on high alert as its multi-front conflict intensifies, with significant developments across seven key theaters and increasing international repercussions.
In the past 24 hours, Israeli authorities reported a complex operation involving deception and intelligence to neutralize threats from Iran, which continues to advance its nuclear and missile capabilities. Israeli sources disclosed that during a recent covert strike, Iran's air force commanders were deliberately distracted by a fabricated meeting, allowing Israel to carry out targeted attacks on nuclear sites. Israeli security officials indicated that this operation, dubbed "Operation Rising Lion," aims to systematically dismantle Iran’s nuclear project and missile program, which remain major threats to the region. Despite recent successes, officials caution that Iran’s extensive and resilient military infrastructure necessitates ongoing, possibly prolonged, military activity.
Meanwhile, Iran’s leadership, including a prominent parliament member, has issued alarming statements. A senior Iranian parliamentarian openly called on Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei to develop nuclear weapons, accusing Israel of unjustified aggression and emphasizing Iran’s right to nuclear armament. Iran’s military chief, Mohamed Bagheri, and the air force commander, Amir Ali Hajizadeh, are reported to have been killed in the recent Israeli strikes, although Iran has yet to officially confirm these deaths or the targeting of nuclear scientists. Iran’s government continues to insist that it is not pursuing nuclear weapons but has increased its rhetoric, with some officials warning of a large-scale missile attack against Israel, which Iran reportedly plans to execute in retaliation.
Amid these tensions, Israel has heightened its defensive posture. The Home Front Command has advised civilians to remain near shelters, with a 10-minute warning before potential missile impacts. The threat level has been elevated, especially in northern regions and along the coast, with Israeli military reinforcing its defenses and mobilizing reserve troops across multiple fronts. The IDF has also released footage of intercepted drone and missile attacks, emphasizing ongoing defensive operations.
Internationally, the United States has indicated that Israel’s actions could influence broader regional stability and the possibility of regime change in Iran. US officials have suggested that the recent military strikes may push Iran toward making critical decisions about its nuclear and missile programs. President Donald Trump has warned Iran to make a deal or face severe consequences, while discussions with world leaders, including France, Germany, India, and Russia, are ongoing. The United States is also deploying the USS Thomas D. Chandler to the Middle East, signaling increased military preparedness in the region.
On the diplomatic front, efforts to seek a resolution continue, although a recent UN proposal for Palestinian statehood recognition was postponed by France amid the escalating conflict. France’s decision reflects the broader international concern over the stability of the Middle East, where multiple fronts—Gaza, West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Yemen—are experiencing heightened tensions and military activity.
Domestically, Israel is also preparing for a possible escalation in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, with the IDF confirming the mobilization of additional reserve units. The situation remains volatile, with ongoing military operations and strategic moves aimed at preventing Iran from achieving n
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